WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -By 200 BC, the Roman Republic had conquered Italy, and over the following two centuries it conquered Greece and Spain, the North African coast, much of the Middle East, modern-day France, and even the remote island of Britain.

Detailed explanation-2: -During his 19-year reign, Trajan expanded the Roman Empire to its farthest territorial limits up until that date. The empire stretched from Scotland down to North Africa and swept east across the Mediterranean as far as Mesopotamia, or modern-day Iraq.

Detailed explanation-3: -At its peak, the Roman Empire spanned from Britain, down to North Africa, and east to Turkey. In modern times, this includes 40-50 different countries, including those only partially conquered by Romans.

Detailed explanation-4: -Over time, Rome was increasing in size, power, and trade. By 146 BCE Romans had conquered the Greek city-states.

Detailed explanation-5: -The military was one of the key reasons for Rome’s success. The Roman army was highly trained and disciplined, growing in reputation as the best army in the world. With their success in war, the empire was able to expand its control over 3 separate continents including Asia, Africa, and most of Europe.